Taking into account the trend toward the formation of a multipolar world, as well as the accumulated problems of regional economic integration, the authors attempted to update the conceptual framework for the development of a regional integration economic block (RIEB). The object of the study is the regional integration economic block of EAEU, the subject of the study is the economic interaction of the block countries in the context of the emerging multipolar world order. A hypothesis has been put forward that, within the framework of distributed leadership, the RIEB countries can act as leaders in certain industries (industry-specific internationalized reproduction processes) and thereby avoid dominance in the block by one country. In theoretical terms, the article reveals the essence of the fundamental principle of a multipolar world order, namely "equal fair cooperation". According to this, the author's approach is proposed, based on distributed leadership, an internationalized reproduction process and cooperation. The article also reveals the concept of "technological cooperation". In terms of methodology, an index of integration interaction is proposed to assess the potential for integration interaction between countries taking into account their weights determined by experts. The results obtained show that, on the one hand, the calculated value of the index 0.88 indicates the insufficient integration interaction, the need to strengthen cooperation ties and increase the economic power of the block. On the other hand, it also indicates the possibility of strengthening the role of all RIEB member countries in the context of specific individual industries (distributed leadership). It allows us to speak about the beginning of the transition from the "center-periphery" model based on a world-system approach to a polycentric structure within the EAEU, the development of which requires the creation of targeted incentive funds within specific industry value chains.
The article substantiates a methodological approach to assessing the effectiveness of the adaptation and integration processes of labor migrants in the host community, which is a key element of migration policy. The relevance of the study stems from the need to develop tools for evaluating the qualitative parameters of adaptation processes among labor migrants, a prerequisite for preventing negative social consequences of migration processes. The aim of the study is to develop and substantiate a system of indicators for assessing the effectiveness of adaptation and integration of labor migrants, taking into account the specific characteristics of migration flows to Russia. The research methodology includes systematization of scholarly approaches, formulation of assessment principles and criteria, analysis of normative documents, and the results of a sociological survey of labor migrants from Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan conducted in the Sverdlovsk Region from March to May 2023. The main results and their novelty lie in the development of a comprehensive system of indicators grouped into three blocks (socio-economic, socio-cultural, and family-legal), which makes it possible to assess adaptation and integration as a multidimensional process and distinguishes this approach from existing ones that focus on individual aspects of adaptation processes. The study confirms the importance of accounting for the length of time migrants have spent in the host territory. The limitations of the study are related to the specific countries of origin, which shape the characteristics of adaptation strategies. The results of the study can be used to improve migration policy, develop regional programs for the adaptation and integration of labor migrants from countries with a visa-free entry regime, and in the practice of migration management in the constituent entities of the Russian Federation.
In the context of accelerating digitalization and increasing uncertainty in the labor market, labor values of high school students become a key indicator of adaptation to future professional trajectories, which determines the relevance of this study within the field of social and economic change. The purpose of the research is to analyze the transformation of the structure of labor values among school students based on a comparative assessment of data from 2018 and 2024 and to identify stable typologies of value-based strategies under conditions of uncertainty. The methodological framework includes quantitative research methods: rank analysis to compare the significance of latent value constructs overtime, cluster analysis to identify typological groups, and descriptive statistics. Scientific novelty lies in the empirical identification of the "flattening" of the value hierarchy, reflecting a shift from a rigidly hierarchical model to a polycentric configuration of labor expectations. In addition, the study substantiates three distinct value strategies: investment-combinational, diffuse-adaptive, and institutional-protective clusters, which represent different modes of value-based adaptation to structural labor market changes. The results demonstrate a substantial increase in the importance of work-life balance and the stability of interest in meaningful work content, alongside a declining priority of traditional markers such as long-term employment stability. These findings indicate the growing role of flexible and situational value orientations associated with Generation Z digital socialization. The main limitation of the study is the regional specificity of the sample, which restricts the generalization of the results. Future research directions include interregional comparisons and longitudinal studies aimed at deepening the understanding of value transformation processes and enhancing the applicability of the findings for career guidance policies and educational practices.
This article addresses the issue of monitoring the implementation of national projects to assess the social impact of project implementation. The article aims to analyze the experience of monitoring the implementation of four national projects based on the results of an expert survey. The methodological basis of the study is the results of fundamental research conducted by the Center for Sociology of Management and Social Technologies of the Institute of Sociology FCTAS RAS. The article substantiates the need to use monitoring as a combination of integrated research methods-a mixed methodology of social assessment-specifically in accordance with the goals and objectives of regional governance. In line with emerging research trends in the analysis of subjective and objective data, this article presents the results of a comparative analysis of an expert survey (a collection of expert assessments from four regions) and official Rosstat statistics. The expert survey findings indicate an emerging positive trend in the consideration of social aspects in regional project decisions. It is noted that government bodies (federal, regional, and local) act both legally and in practice as the primary implementers of projects, while the public is currently relegated to the role of public observer. It is concluded that government assessments (statistical data) and expert opinions are similar-both assess the implementation of projects in the regions as satisfactory. However, greater transparency of government statistical data is needed. The study's results suggest the feasibility of incorporating monitoring of the social impacts of national projects into government monitoring. Based on this approach, it becomes possible to define government monitoring as socially oriented, institutionally structured, and unified.
The relevance of the study stems from the rapid proliferation of new forms of employment in the context of economic digitalization, a process that is outpacing the development of adequate institutional frameworks and thereby generating systemic socio-economic risks. The aim of the paper is to conduct a comparative analysis of expert assessments regarding the current level, barriers, and prospects for the institutionalization of new employment forms in Russia, drawing on a regional case study. The scientific novelty lies in the application of a structured research-expert seminar (focus group) methodology to purposefully juxtapose the perspectives of two key stakeholder groups: labor market professionals (n = 23) and young people directly engaged in new forms of employment (n = 25). The main findings confirm a consensus on the relatively low level of institutionalization. The study reveals a fundamental duality in the perception of the phenomenon under analysis: professional experts predominantly view institutionalization as a "project", focusing on macro-level regulation and investment, whereas young people tend to see it as an "outcome", emphasizing practical guarantees, rights protection, and technological infrastructure. Both expert groups identify legal uncertainty and a crisis of trust in the state-an entity simultaneously regarded as the principal agent of change and a source of systemic obstacles-as the key barriers. The groups' recommendations diverge: professionals primarily propose systemic modernization of regulatory and analytical institutions, while young people express a demand for specific digital services and protective tools. A limitation of the study is its regional focus. A promising avenue for future research is the quantitative verification of the identified criteria and hypotheses using broader datasets.
This article examines the structural transformation of the Republic of Armenia's real economy within the context of shifting industrial paradigms. In small open economies, structural changes and digitalization intensify under the influence of external shocks, necessitating a quantitative assessment of their contribution to output dynamics. This study aims to determine the extent to which changes in the sectoral structure, employment, and labor productivity align with the logic of transitioning from Industry 3.0 to the emerging elements of Industry 4.0 and the prerequisites for Industry 5.0. The research introduces scientific novelty by integrating comparative and systemic-structural analysis with econometric verification using an ARDL model. This approach includes adjusting for atypical shock periods with a dummy variable and accounting for changes in the internal structure of the ICT indicator. The empirical analysis draws on data from national statistics and international sources covering 2008-2025. The methodology employs statistical and comparative analysis, stationarity tests, the ARDL bounds test, an error correction model, and diagnostic and stability tests. The findings reveal that the transformation has been predominantly adaptive in nature, with limited potential for deeper technological advancement due to low R&D investment and weak technology transfer mechanisms. A limitation of this study is its reliance on aggregated macro-indicators and proxy variables, which opens avenues for future research involving a more detailed sectoral assessment of the Armenian economy's alignment with the demands of Industry 5.0.
